Not The 9 to 5

We are joined by Safia Rana-Jaswal, creator of The Mum Hub and Multi-Business owner. She shares her secrets on how to prioritise your work in order to reach your big and micro-goals (more on micro-goals in the episode!), discuss how Safia uses writing to battle imposter syndrome and Safia explains to us what SWOT analysis is and how to use it to make your business successful! Subscribe now to list...

We are joined by DOP aka 'Cameraman' Doug Bolton this week, who discusses his love for film from a very early age, how he learnt his craft and what it’s like to work with a 6 star resort! He also discusses how not being academic has never held him back in life and how he ended up going to Singapore with travel journalist Simon Calder. Subscribe now! ——— Connect with Doug Bolton:  Instagram:  @cni_...

We are joined by professional matchmaker and owner of Cupid in the City, Siobhan Copland. We find out how she went from PA to matchmaker in Cilla Black style, how she overcomes moments of doubt and what the process is for clients when they hire a matchmaker. Don’t miss this inspiring journey into the world of matchmaking! Hit SUBSCRIBE to join us for more incredible stories. ——— Connect with Siobh...

We are back podcasters! And this time with none other than SAM VALENTINE! Actress, Podcaster and founder of One Broke Actress. In this insightful conversation, Sam shares the reality of what being an actor in LA means, her journey into content creation and gives us a pep talk about the harsh truth of podcasting. Subscribe now! ——— Sam Valentine: Instagram: @samvalentine // https://www.instagram.co...

In the final episode of season 3, we're joined by Margherita Barbieri, star of Hulu’s  Spellbound , a talented professional dancer, and artist. In this inspiring conversation, Margherita shares how art has been a path to healing, her journey to releasing guilt as motivation, and how she creates balance in her life. Subscribe now! ——— Margherita Barbieri Instagram: @alwaysmargi // https://www.insta...

Today, we chat with hotel investment broker Michael Gantman on saving, investing, and scaling in real estate, plus tips to grow your portfolio. Subscribe now! ——— Michael Gantman:  Website: ⁠https://mghotelteam.com/about-us/our-team/michael-gantman⁠ // ⁠https://www.marcusmillichap.com/advisors/michael-gantman⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelgantman/⁠   ——— Not the 9 to 5 Podcast Soc...

Today, we sit down with digital nomad Tasha Prados about her bold leap from working at a top-three global ad agency to founding her own business,  Duraca Strategic , all while traveling the world and pursuing her passions. We dive into her insights on what makes a freelancer thrive and what the digital nomad lifestyle truly entails. Be sure to hit subscribe! ——— Tasha Prados:  Website: ⁠www.duraca...

Today, we chat with Kate Hennessy, who describes her "patchwork career" spanning photography, videography, design, theatre, and writing. Kate shares how she embraced freelancing, her top advice for multi-hyphenate freelancers under 30, and the story behind her debut novel,  Watch Over Me. Don’t forget to hit subscribe! ——— Kate Hennessy:  Photography, Videography & Content Creation-  Website:...

In this episode, we sit down with Cat Rhun, a freelance Copywriter and Content Strategist, as well as a qualified PT and First Aid Trainer. Cat shares her insights on maintaining mental health as a freelancer, how she discovers each brand's unique voice, and why she chose to dive into freelancing while also navigating new motherhood. Subscribe now! ——— Cat Rhun: Time For Copywriters - Copywriting...

In this episode, we chat with Pilar Orti, a multi-talented freelancer with a portfolio career spanning acting, voice work, corporate training, and even a science degree. Pilar opens up about her decision to take a year off, the benefits she’s found in slowing down, and her passion for writing. Watch and subscribe now! ——— Pillar Orti: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pilarorti/ Website: https...

This week, we are joined by Kyle Prinsloo, a successful Content Creator, SaaS Founder, and Web Designer. Kyle talks about his leap from employee to full-time freelancer, how he conquered the nerves of pitching his services, and how he scaled his business using Fiverr. Don’t miss out - subscribe now for your weekly insights from ‘Not the 9 to 5’! ——— Kyle Prinsloo:  Website: ⁠https://www.kyleprinsl...

In this week's episode, we chat with Bird Trainer and TV Presenter Leigh William Holmes. Leigh shares how he landed his first job on CITV, his approach to networking that opens new career doors, and the excitement behind his upcoming travel show! Make sure to hit subscribe for your weekly dose of ‘Not the 9 to 5’ inspiration! ——— Leigh William Holmes:  Instagram: @leighwilliamholmes // https://www...

In this episode, we chat with graphic designer Pam Cheney about her journey to success on Upwork. Pam shares her approach to finding authenticity and honesty in the brands she partners with and reveals her strategies for balancing work and life (or at least trying to!). Don't forget to subscribe! ——— Pam Cheney:  Website: ⁠www.pam-cheney.com⁠ Instagram: @pamelacheney // ⁠https://www.instagram.com/...

Today we are joined by Actor and Life Coach, Peta Cornish! Peta shares tips on structuring your week, the realities of being your own boss, the highs and lows of freelancing, and an unforgettable story about a filming mishap in India during a car commercial. Tune in to find out the full story! ——— Peta Cornish:  Website: ⁠https://www.petacornish.com/⁠ Email: ⁠petanella10@gmail.com⁠ Instagram: @pet...

Our first duo on the podcast is Anita & Felicia, the creators of “Let’s Get Weird.” They share their journey of building the brand, their mission, and how they balance their working and personal relationship. Tune in now, this one's not one to miss! ——— Let’s Get Weird: Website: https://letsgetweird.co Instagram: @letsgetweird_studio // https://www.instagram.com/letsgetweird_studio/ ——— Not th...

Today, we are joined by International Expansion Leader at Fiverr, Bukki Adedapo. He talks to us about how Fiverr works for sellers, explains what PPC is and we hear all about his freelance side hustle as a strategy consultant and a rapper! Subscribe now to stay up-to-date with our latest episodes and releases! ——— Bukki Adedapo: LinkedIn: Bukki Adedapo // https://www.linkedin.com/in/bukkiadedapo/E...

This week, we welcome our first musician guest, Juno James! She shares her journey beyond the 9 to 5, the power of visualisation for her debut gig, and her tips for staying protected in the music industry. Hit subscribe for your weekly dose of 'Not the 9 to 5' insights and inspiration! ——— Juno James:  Instagram: @itsjunojames // https://www.instagram.com/itsjunojames?utm_source=ig_web_button_shar...

We’re back with Series 3 of ‘Not the 9 to 5’! This week, we sit down with acclaimed actor Charlie Brooks, diving into her journey in the arts, insights on trusting the process, and her innovative online drama school, ‘iampro.’ Make sure to subscribe for your weekly dose of creativity, career insights, and inspiring conversations on ‘Not the 9 to 5’! ———  Charlie Brooks: Instagram: @charlie_brooks_...

In the Series 2 finale, we take a look back over our highlights, talk about how Kat got a mistaken identity on holiday, and finally answer the ‘Would you Rather’ questions we've been asking our guests all season! Subscribe for Series 3 updates! ——— Not the 9 to 5 Podcast Social Channels:  Instagram: @notthe9to5pod  TikTok: @notthe9to5pod X: @notthe9to5_pod Youtube: @notthe9to5pod  ——— ‘Not the 9 t...

In today's episode, we are joined by the illustrator, Sudeepti Tucker. We chat about how Sudeepti started her freelancing career, the struggles she has had to overcome, and how she has been a part of the feminist revolution in India. Don’t forget to press that subscribe button! ——— Sudeepti Tucker: Email: sudeepti.tucker@gmail.com Website: https://www.misstuckermakes.com/ Instagram: https://www.in...

This week, we chat about energy and knowing your worth, what this means to us, and how we deal with negativity in the workplace. We also explore how we remind ourselves of our worth in moments of doubt. Subscribe now to keep up-to-date with future releases! ——— Not the 9 to 5 Podcast Social Channels:  Instagram: @notthe9to5pod  TikTok: @notthe9to5pod X: @notthe9to5_pod Youtube: @notthe9to5pod  ———...

Today, we talk to the incredibly gorgeous model - Elle Baldwinson, about her freelance career. Ellie divulges her secret to getting her hair so voluminous and we discover whether the myths around the modelling world are actually true. Subscribe for more episodes! ——— Elle Baldwinson: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ellebaldwinson?igsh=MXR6MnozeWp2bGpvdA%3D%3D   ——— Not the 9 to 5 Podcast Soci...

In this episode, we talk to Jordan Gifford - the freelance writer, director, and producer. We find out how Jordan keeps his momentum going when work is quiet, how he navigates the inconsistency of the freelance life with a ‘normal job’ on the side, and discuss how his psychology and criminology degree help him with his writing. Subscribe now! ——— Jordan Gifford: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.c...

Today, we are joined by freelance writer and journalist, Jess Bacon. We learn how Jess started her career, the different avenues you can take to get into freelance writing and we hear all about her new book deal! Remember to subscribe. ——— Jess Bacon: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesskbacon?igsh=YXRrcmdibDZuaWYw Journo Resources - https://www.journoresources.org.uk ——— Not the 9 to 5 Podca...

This week, we talk about how the internet has changed the way we freelance and debate the pros and cons of online activity in our careers. Follow us on our socials and subscribe to stay up-to-date with future releases! ——— Not the 9 to 5 Podcast Social Channels:  Instagram: @notthe9to5pod  TikTok: @notthe9to5pod X: @notthe9to5_pod Youtube: @notthe9to5pod  ——— ‘Not the 9 to 5’ podcast is hosted, pr...